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Mukia Maderaspatana / Musumusukkai Powder

Tamil : Musumusukai - முசுமுசுக்கை

Malayalam : Chitrati, Mukkalpiram

Hindi : Aganaki

Telugu : Musumusukaya

Botanical : Cucumis Maderaspatanus

Description

Musumusukkai is one of the popular herbs of Tamil Nadu. This herb is useful in treating conditions of impaired kapha and pitta. It is rich in phenolics that contribute to its medicinal properties. Musumusukkai contains tinosporidine and columbin and beta-sitosterol, the reason for the herb’s adaptogenic, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, hypoglycemic, antioxidant, immuno-potentiating and hepato-protective properties.

Health Benefits

Musumusukkai is a time tested, traditional remedy, considered very effective in treating constipation, gas problems, anxiety, biliousness (pitta), dyspepsia, Lack of appetite, hyper acidity, toothache, Asthma, dry cough, hypertension and diabetes. It has a calming effect and a good expectorant. This is herb is also used regularly as part of diet in many ways to improve the overall health.

Dosage

1/2 spoon twice a day with warm water or honey.

Side Effects

There are no known side effects with this herb. Seek medical advice for its use during pregnancy.